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The World Baseball Classic has drawn fierce opinions from online commentators.
The World Baseball Classic: Far From ‘Irrelevant’
March 28, 2023
This fall, accusations of cheating at the highest levels of competition have torn the chess world apart.
Scandal Rocks the Chess World
November 22, 2022
Cars line a snowy street in Berlin.
On the Verge of a Crisis
October 31, 2022
Queen Elizabeth rides in her carriage in May of 2019; she died this week.
Brief: Queen Elizabeth II Dies at 96
October 1, 2022
Iranian women protest, in panels from Marjane Satrapis graphic novel Persepolis, published by Pantheon Books.
Iran Protests Recall ‘Persepolis,’ Black Lives Matter
September 26, 2022
The class of 23 took over the faculty room and converted it to a club as part of the annual senior prank.
Brief: Seniors Celebrate Their Last Two Days at Friends
May 3, 2023
Juniors Ashlee Carpenter and Shirene Gehawi sample foods from the Asian Student Union booth, run by sophomores Mai Bolster and Louisa Sanchez, on Friends Schools second annual Culture Day.
‘Culture Day’ Features Food, Fashion, and Friendship
April 19, 2023
Like travelers who reach this sign post, Friends students picking classes have lots of choices.
Friends Offers Dynamic New Courses for ’23-’24
March 5, 2023
Newly admitted Friends students and families arrive for Festival of Friends.
Brief: School Welcomes New Families
February 23, 2023
This is the first year where students can choose a variety of different types of computer science classes at Friends!
New Computer Science Department Hammers Out the Details
February 1, 2023
Iranian women protest, in panels from Marjane Satrapis graphic novel Persepolis, published by Pantheon Books.
Iran Protests Recall ‘Persepolis,’ Black Lives Matter
September 26, 2022
Students Amina West, Kayla Kurtz, and Bryce Carlin attend a vigil on the Friends campus for police shooting victim Breonna Taylor: a peaceful commemoration in a summer when many protests were met with violence.
From Black Lives Matter to Belarus: 2020 in Protests
December 14, 2020
The ecojustice retreat in action
Students Captivated by Ecojustice Opportunities in Baltimore
February 10, 2020
Lack of Diversity on SFDC Daunts Black Students
Lack of Diversity on SFDC Daunts Black Students
February 10, 2020
Friends newest teachers and staff gather on the Meetinghouse steps during their new faculty orientation in August 2019
Friends Welcomes Most Diverse Group of New Teachers Ever
November 14, 2019
Thomas Ellberg, class of 2021, stands outside Forbush Hall, where he now works in IT.
Brief: New to Staff But Not to Campus
September 21, 2022
Senior Jason Cohen is known at Friends for his generosity and ability to chat with anyone.
Jason Cohen Makes Light Out of Loss
September 13, 2021
Iva Tokushevas 4,000-Mile Journey to Friends
Iva Tokusheva’s 4,000-Mile Journey to Friends
March 2, 2021
Friends alum Sarah Meteyer has returned as the schools new Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
A New Mission for Ms. Meteyer
December 14, 2020
Interim Physics teacher Danny Duckworth, with her two dogs.
Meet Ms. Duckworth
December 14, 2020
Humor: MD Resident Run Out of US for Wasting Vote
Humor: MD Resident Run Out of US for Wasting Vote
November 8, 2022
In November 2020, students joined Christine Saudeks ninth grade English class both in-person and over Zoom, under one of the tents Friends purchased to make hybrid learning possible.
How Friends Financed Pandemic Education
October 25, 2021
Votes are In: Friends Students on the 2020 Election
Votes are In: Friends Students on the 2020 Election
December 14, 2020
A Quill poll measured Upper School students politics and thoughts about the 2020 elections.
Election 2020 By the Numbers: Quill Edition
November 19, 2020
Sam and Augie, before quarantine
Friends Students Make a Difference With “Rona Relief”
June 1, 2020
My mothers family on the Golden Gate Bridge shortly after they moved to America. My mom is third from the left, in the pink dress.
Podcast: Nazi Brawls & Emergency Landings: Immigration Stories
May 30, 2023
I Hate Machine Gun Kelly
I Hate Machine Gun Kelly
May 23, 2023
Why is Starbucks So Popular When Dunkin’ is the Better Option?
Why is Starbucks So Popular When Dunkin’ is the Better Option?
May 15, 2023
In this photo illustration, a Friends students official note count is revealed (name removed to protect the innocent).
Academic Alerts and Why They Suck
November 3, 2022
Its Time for Live Grades
It’s Time for Live Grades
February 20, 2022
This is the first year where students can choose a variety of different types of computer science classes at Friends!
New Computer Science Department Hammers Out the Details
February 1, 2023
In this screen-grab from a video by storm chaser Max Olson, a Fort Meyers, FL, house is in the process of being swept away by a 15-foot wall of water.
Brief: Inside Deadly Hurricane Ian
October 10, 2022
Brief: Has BeReal Made Friends Realer?
Brief: Has BeReal Made Friends Realer?
September 11, 2022
Robotics Club members Sophie von Coelln and Ryan Ellis make their pitch at the Spring 2022 STEAM fair.
Incoming 9th Graders Get Hands-On at STEAM Fair
June 2, 2022
Gender Imbalance in STEAM Classes
Gender Imbalance in STEAM Classes
March 20, 2021
Why is Starbucks So Popular When Dunkin’ is the Better Option?
Why is Starbucks So Popular When Dunkin’ is the Better Option?
May 15, 2023
Cars line a snowy street in Berlin.
On the Verge of a Crisis
October 31, 2022
Forget these fancy numbers. Where can you get the best fast food spicy chicken sandwich any time of day?
Spicy Chicken Sandwich Quest
October 14, 2022
Senior Ella Corcoran basks under a tree during the 6-hour silent retreat.
Brief: Students De-Stress on Silent Retreat
September 29, 2022
The menu at The Pho 2 in Manhattan.
Where to Eat on Your College Tour
September 27, 2022
The pool at Loyola University Fitness and Aquatic Center, where my friends and I swim daily, and where this podcast takes place.
Podcast: Competitive Athletes Face the College Process
May 31, 2023
Brief: The Ultimate First Game
Brief: The Ultimate First Game
April 1, 2023
The World Baseball Classic has drawn fierce opinions from online commentators.
The World Baseball Classic: Far From ‘Irrelevant’
March 28, 2023
The stands were packed with fans wearing white for boys Varsity Basketballs tense Senior Night game.
Brief: Close Senior Night Game Ends in Triumph
February 22, 2023
Club Head Benjamin Lopez
Frisbee: Ultimate Hits the Fields for the Spring
January 11, 2023
The movie poster for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Review: ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Disappoints
May 7, 2023
The album cover of CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST
Review: “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale” is the End of an Era
April 13, 2023
A photographer captures Szas name in lights.
Review: SZA’s “SOS” Deserves a Listen
March 15, 2023
Review: The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special Brings Heart Back to The Superhero Genre
Review: ‘The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’ Brings Heart Back to The Superhero Genre
December 1, 2022
Review: Why Does ‘Black Adam’ Need his Own Movie?
Review: Why Does ‘Black Adam’ Need his Own Movie?
November 28, 2022
The original 1884 book cover of Flatland features the authors own illustration.
Review: Bizarre ‘Flatland: a Romance of Many Dimensions’ Saw Our Future
November 10, 2022
The cover of the Spanish-language translation of Marie Lus novel Skyhunter
Review: ‘Skyhunter’ a Pandemic-Inspired Dystopia
November 2, 2022
The book cover of mega-bestseller The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
Review: Couldn’t Put Down ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’
October 16, 2022
Iranian women protest, in panels from Marjane Satrapis graphic novel Persepolis, published by Pantheon Books.
Iran Protests Recall ‘Persepolis,’ Black Lives Matter
September 26, 2022
Korea Rollins models her infectious grin in the Friends Dining Hall.
A Look Into the Life of Miss Korea
June 1, 2020
The Wondery podcast The Old Man and the Three aims to do sports media differently.
Review: ‘The Old Man & the Three’ Tells Fresh Stories of Sports Legends
October 6, 2022
The podcast Land of the Unsolved explores the mysterious death of Baltimore contractor and activist Robert Clay.
Review: ‘Land of the Unsolved’ Not Your Typical Murder Podcast
October 1, 2022
Screenshot of the Serial podcast website, the day after Adnan Syeds release from prison.
Brief: Podcast Subject Freed From Life Sentence
September 21, 2022
The album cover of CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST
Review: “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale” is the End of an Era
April 13, 2023
A photographer captures Szas name in lights.
Review: SZA’s “SOS” Deserves a Listen
March 15, 2023
The album cover for Taylor Swifts Midnights, the story of 13 nights of her life told in songs.
Review: Swift’s ‘Midnights’ is Better With Every Listen
November 22, 2022
The album Milo Goes to College has been rereleased for its 40th anniversary.
Review: ‘Milo Goes to College’ Not Just For Straight-Edge 50-Year-Olds
November 3, 2022
The album cover for Kehlanis It Was Good Until It Wasnt
Review: ‘It Was Good Until It Wasn’t’ Struck a Chord
November 2, 2022
The movie poster for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Review: ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Disappoints
May 7, 2023
Review: Why Does ‘Black Adam’ Need his Own Movie?
Review: Why Does ‘Black Adam’ Need his Own Movie?
November 28, 2022
The movie poster for Hustle
Review: Real Bball Stars Make ‘Hustle’ a Win
November 19, 2022
The movie poster for Jordan Peeles sci-fi thriller Nope
Review: Jordan Peele’s New Project ‘Nope’ Is a Must-Watch
November 3, 2022
The movie poster for Thor: a colorful poster for a colorful film
Review: ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Is a Sloppy Flick, But a Good Time
October 30, 2022
Review: The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special Brings Heart Back to The Superhero Genre
Review: ‘The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’ Brings Heart Back to The Superhero Genre
December 1, 2022
The poster for the Netflix series The Society
Review: Teen Dystopia Fascinates In ‘The Society’
October 6, 2022
A poster for the new TV show The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Review: ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’
September 23, 2022
The cast of Murder on the Orient Express rehearses their shock ahead of opening night.
In ‘Murder On the Orient Express,’ Student Actors Dig Deep
November 9, 2022
A scene from the Friends School production of Figments
‘Figments’ of Friends Theater’s Imagination
February 10, 2020
I built this magnetic shape, which didnt have a name as far as I knew. My girlfriend named it a “łöùÿdjœškå,” which, according to her, means absolutely nothing.
Podcast: Myself From A New Perspective
May 30, 2023
Jordan Sauders and Francesco Stiavelli, seen here as 6th graders in the Friends Middle School lobby, have been partners in mischief for eight years.
Who Drew That Giant Willy in the Snow?
May 30, 2023
If only the Friends Dining Hall traffic moved this fast, and accident-free!
Humor: Traffic Jams, Accidents, and Hanger
May 23, 2023
Friends students taking notes in a test session for the new curriculum
Humor: Friends School Pilots New History Program; Facts Considered ‘Outdated’
April 25, 2023
Your Valentines, 2023!
Your Valentines, 2023!
February 14, 2023
Quiz: Which US Teachers Favorite Song is This?
Quiz: Which US Teacher’s Favorite Song is This?
October 19, 2022
Review: Gotham Knights, The Good, The Bad, And The Buggy
Review: ‘Gotham Knights,’ The Good, The Bad, And The Buggy
November 22, 2022
This screenshot of the game shows an aerial view of most of the first area.
Review: ‘SkateBIRD’ Game Wins on Design and Story
October 15, 2022
Screenshot from the popular new game Elden Ring
Review: Free-form ‘Elden Ring’ Is Hard, But Worth It
October 3, 2022
Screen-grab image of the intro screen right when you launch the game.
Review: ‘Splatoon 3’ Was Worth the Hype
September 28, 2022
A display of the Dungeons and Dragons game, by the D&D Club
New Club: Dungeons & Dragons
December 14, 2020
Jordan Sauders and Francesco Stiavelli, seen here as 6th graders in the Friends Middle School lobby, have been partners in mischief for eight years.
Who Drew That Giant Willy in the Snow?
May 30, 2023
If only the Friends Dining Hall traffic moved this fast, and accident-free!
Humor: Traffic Jams, Accidents, and Hanger
May 23, 2023
Friends students taking notes in a test session for the new curriculum
Humor: Friends School Pilots New History Program; Facts Considered ‘Outdated’
April 25, 2023
Humor: MD Resident Run Out of US for Wasting Vote
Humor: MD Resident Run Out of US for Wasting Vote
November 8, 2022
Pile of trash or artistic masterpiece? You be the judge.
Humor: Random Garbage Proclaimed “Avant-Garde Masterpiece” at Friends
November 6, 2022
I built this magnetic shape, which didnt have a name as far as I knew. My girlfriend named it a “łöùÿdjœškå,” which, according to her, means absolutely nothing.
Podcast: Myself From A New Perspective
May 30, 2023
Your Valentines, 2023!
Your Valentines, 2023!
February 14, 2023
Your Valentines, 2022!
Your Valentines, 2022!
February 13, 2022
Teen Love
Teen Love
June 2, 2021
Your Valentines, 2021!
Your Valentines, 2021!
February 14, 2021

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